MENDAKI – Dr Abdul Aziz Ali Scholarship: 2026 Profile
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TL;DR\ The MENDAKI–Dr Abdul Aziz Ali Scholarship relieves tuition pressure for Malay/Muslim medical and dental students locally or overseas—showcase academic rigour, service to the community, and a clear plan to reinvest your skills in Singapore's healthcare system.
Scholarship Snapshot
- Status: Application Cycle Closed (last checked 2025-10-13)
- Official Portal: MENDAKI – Dr Abdul Aziz Ali Scholarship
- Who It Targets: Current medical or dental undergraduates (local or overseas) facing financial constraints mid-course
- Eligibility: Malay/Muslim Singapore Citizens or PRs with strong academic standing, evidence of financial need, and a commitment to serve the community's healthcare needs
- Tenable Institutions: NTU, NUS, and recognised overseas universities for medicine or dentistry (subject to MENDAKI approval)
- Award Type: Mid- and full-term support depending on when you apply
Financial Coverage
- Tuition fee support up to the full remaining course duration, including compulsory clinical levies
- Living allowance tailored to local or overseas cost-of-living benchmarks, plus book and equipment grants for clinical tools
- Travel allowance for overseas scholars to return for MENDAKI service engagements or attachments
- Access to MENDAKI medical mentor network, including specialists who provide guidance on residency pathways
Eligibility Priorities
- Strong academic results (e.g., CAP ≥ 4.3 or equivalent distinction average) with satisfactory clinical evaluation reports
- Demonstrated dedication to community health outreach—screenings, health education, or volunteer clinics
- Clear financial rationale: outline household circumstances and explain alternative funding attempts
- Commitment to contribute to the Malay/Muslim community—through mentoring, public health advocacy, or future clinical practice
Application Timeline
- Dec–Jan: Indicate interest to MENDAKI; gather transcripts, clinical evaluator letters, and financial documents.
- Feb: Submit formal application with a personal statement focusing on healthcare service vision.
- Mar: Shortlisted candidates present a case study on equitable healthcare or community health innovation.
- Apr: Panel interview with MENDAKI and healthcare professionals; prepare to discuss ethical dilemmas and long-term service plans.
- May: Award announcement followed by scholarship agreement signing and induction.
How to Differentiate Yourself
- Highlight clinical or research projects addressing underserved communities or preventive care challenges.
- Demonstrate that financial support directly enables continuity of training (e.g., ability to undertake required overseas electives).
- Show mentorship track record—e.g., guiding JC/IP students through medical school admissions.
- Prepare to discuss Singapore's healthcare landscape (ageing, chronic disease, digital health) with practical solutions.
Scholar Responsibilities
- Maintain excellent academic standing and provide semester updates and supervisor feedback to MENDAKI.
- Volunteer hours with MENDAKI's healthcare outreach partners (e.g., community screenings, health talks) each vacation.
- Join peer mentoring circles, supporting aspiring medical scholars from the Malay/Muslim community.
- Serve as an alumni ambassador post-graduation, offering insights on residency, fellowships, and continued community service.
Keep Up to Date
- Monitor MENDAKI's announcements for next intake and supporting documents guidance.
- Coordinate with your faculty for recommendation letters and confirm that your course is on MENDAKI's approved list before applying.
- For overseas scholars, ensure compliance with MCI/SMC or SDC registration pathways and clarify how the scholarship supports that journey.
